More people to have smartphones than running water in 2021 Four years from now, you might not have running water, but you’ll probably have a smartphone. This is the conclusion in Cisco’s latest forecast, the 11th annual Mobile Visual Networking Index (VNI). According...
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Your Browsing History Alone Can Give Away Your Identity
Advertisers would give just about anything to be able to lurk over your shoulder as you browse the internet. They want to know what sites you visit, how you get to them, how long you spend on them, and where you go next—along with as much personal information about...
The Most Common Passwords In 2016 Are Truly Terrible
Cybersecurity is on many people’s minds these days, and yet using “password” as a password is apparently still a thing. On Friday, password management company Keeper Security released a list of the most common passwords of 2016 ― and it’s, well, shameful. The most...
Don’t Fall For This Sophisticated New PayPal Phishing Scam
Around 200 million people have a PayPal account. It's been one of the most popular online payment services for years, which is why it's such a popular target for phishing scams. Since they're tied to your credit card or bank account, they're particularly prized by...
AT&T’s AirGig could change how it delivers fast Internet
AT&T raised a few eyebrows last fall when it announced experimental technology to deliver speedy “multi-gigabit” wireless Internet over existing power lines. Now that potential solution, called Project AirGig, appears much closer to becoming reality, and has moved...
8 frustrating Google Chrome irritations and how to fix them
Chrome may be the most-used browser in the world, but that doesn’t mean it’s perfect. Far from it. Despite receiving over 50 updates over the years, Google’s browser still harbors several rough edges and idiosyncrasies that can make for a less than optimal online...